LRT update from the city mayor, Jim Watson:
On September Wednesday the 16th, I was at a briefing conference organized by Ottawa Young Professionals Network for the city realtors to get updated on various Ottawa City News!
Accordingly, the LRT project is to create around 20 thousand more jobs!
At the moment the number of people can be accommodated into Downtown core is 9.000 but with LRT there will be around 24 thousand people capacity per hour into downtown core!
60 percent of the Ottawa core businesses think that this is a positive direction and the figure is expected to go higher as the project gets closer to finishing!
Meanwhile, Lyon station is 84%, Rideau is 44 % and the Parliament Station is 40 % done.
Once the stage 1 process gets opened to public use, then the Stage 2 construction is expected to start for Algonquin, Carleton, Ottawa Universities, Le Cite College, Bayshore and Place de Orleans. Plans are to extend the LRT from Bayshore to Moodie and then to Kanata, and even to extend it to Gatineau!

Spark Street news update: So far the street has lots of stakeholders with federal government owning all the buildings on the north side of the street, but due to the complexity of the street governance, leases have tended to be short term, with lots of empty stores… Recently some stores are opening and some new investment has been in place and more to happen on the street according to the mayor!

Last but not the least, Canada’s 150th year anniversary which will take place in 2017 is supposed to be the talk of the country! Guy Laflamme – Chairperson of the Ottawa 2017 Committee explained a new Ottawa brand is expected to be created, and the capital has the desire to lead the celebrations!
Arts and the culture will be the focus of these celebrations, citizens and visitors will have a chance to experience Ottawa like never before! The celebrations are expected to bring a lasting effect in terms of economic growth and the image of the city! Through complimentary events/ attractions, and community grassroots activities, and with more specifically welcoming/celebrating cultures in Landsdowne Park, community gardens, kitchens, 1 million trees planting initiative, the advise is to finish your basement to have visitors over in Ottawa in coming years!
And call me for any of your investment or personal real estate plans since the city is becoming more and more attractive for everyone!
Cheers!
Nilay Ertemur

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Azzah and Mehmet – Ottawa

Nilay expertly and confidently guided us through the condo buying process. We greatly appreciated her advice, expert guidance and patience. We felt we were in very good hands!

2016-11-03T20:30:25+00:00

Azzah and Mehmet – Ottawa

Nilay expertly and confidently guided us through the condo buying process. We greatly appreciated her advice, expert guidance and patience. We felt we were in very good hands!

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Dilek Akman

When we made a big decision about relocating to Canada from Turkey, one of our friends who lives in Ottawa suggested to us to work with Nilay to buy a house...So we contacted her while we still lived in İstanbul. Since the beginning, she was extremely kind, helpful, honest, available all the time. When we arrived at Ottawa, finally we met her and even though she wouldn't be in Ottawa for a while, she made sure that her colleague Stacey would really take care of us well and she did. Nilay was answering our questions even when she was out of the country on vacation and that's really very valuable manner and we really appreciated everything she has done. We are happy with our new home...Thank you so much Nilay...

2016-11-03T20:29:51+00:00

Dilek Akman

When we made a big decision about relocating to Canada from Turkey, one of our friends who lives in Ottawa suggested to us to work with Nilay to buy a house…So we contacted her while we still lived in İstanbul. Since the beginning, she was extremely kind, helpful, honest, available all the time. When we arrived at Ottawa, finally we met her and even though she wouldn’t be in Ottawa … Continue reading →

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TS & family, Ottawa

Anyone engaging the services of Nilay Ertemur has made a fortuitous decision. Words are not enough to describe this very warm and genuine bright light. You will experience her intelligence, her competence and realize that you are in very good hands. She possesses an impeccable professional attitude and great determination. She is our forever agent. Thank you Nilay.

2016-06-17T19:57:38+00:00

TS & family, Ottawa

Anyone engaging the services of Nilay Ertemur has made a fortuitous decision. Words are not enough to describe this very warm and genuine bright light. You will experience her intelligence, her competence and realize that you are in very good hands. She possesses an impeccable professional attitude and great determination. She is our forever agent. Thank you Nilay.

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Chantal Roy Armstrong, Ottawa

2015-01-17T11:20:57+00:00

Chantal Roy Armstrong, Ottawa

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Matthew Hall, Ottawa

2015-09-08T20:43:09+00:00

Matthew Hall, Ottawa

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Sara Benzerga, Toronto

“It is with pleasure and gratitude that I share comments on my experience with Nilay Ertemur. Nilay was fantastic to work with. She is a very honest, hard-working, and dedicated agent when it comes to getting the job done for her clients. As a Mortgage Specialist with National Bank I was very pleased to work with Nilay and refer my clients to her.

“It is with pleasure and gratitude that I share comments on my experience with Nilay Ertemur. Nilay was fantastic to work with. She is a very honest, hard-working, and dedicated agent when it comes to getting the job done for her clients. As a Mortgage Specialist with National Bank I was very pleased to work with Nilay and refer my clients to her. Thus, I highly recommend Nilay Ertemur for … Continue reading →

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PM and DB, Ottawa

My husband and I first met Nilay Ertemur and her family at a social event. We found her to be a friendly, lively and well mannered person. We contacted Nilay when we decided to purchase a second property in Ottawa (Read more)

2015-05-25T21:20:48+00:00

PM and DB, Ottawa

My husband and I first met Nilay Ertemur and her family at a social event. We found her to be a friendly, lively and well mannered person. We contacted Nilay when we decided to purchase a second property in Ottawa (Read more)

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Kevin Sullivan

Nilay was extremely knowledgeable of the area and dealt with a very rushed move in an extremely professional manner. I had to find a place and close the deal in less than a week and am extremely happy with the services she provided.

2015-01-17T11:22:18+00:00

Kevin Sullivan

Nilay was extremely knowledgeable of the area and dealt with a very rushed move in an extremely professional manner. I had to find a place and close the deal in less than a week and am extremely happy with the services she provided.

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Karen Elder and Walter Pink

We cannot thank you enough for helping us find a place!! From the bottom of our hearts, we are truly grateful for all that you have done for us. Thank you just doesn't seem like enough. We are so excited to start a new chapter in our lives and it wouldn't have been possible without all your help.
Again, thank you so much!

2015-09-10T20:28:46+00:00

Karen Elder and Walter Pink

We cannot thank you enough for helping us find a place!! From the bottom of our hearts, we are truly grateful for all that you have done for us. Thank you just doesn’t seem like enough. We are so excited to start a new chapter in our lives and it wouldn’t have been possible without all your help. Again, thank you so much!

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Raj & Suneth Walawege

At the beginning of the year, we were in the process of moving from Vancouver to Ottawa with two 6 month old babies. We were introduced to Nilay through a friend and she immediately got started with the house search. She understood our current and future needs, and recommended areas and homes where we could grow as a family. She has a very patient and pleasant personality and it was a pleasure to work with her. We are extremely happy with our new home in Ottawa. Thank you Nilay

2015-11-05T12:21:31+00:00

Raj & Suneth Walawege

At the beginning of the year, we were in the process of moving from Vancouver to Ottawa with two 6 month old babies. We were introduced to Nilay through a friend and she immediately got started with the house search. She understood our current and future needs, and recommended areas and homes where we could grow as a family. She has a very patient and pleasant personality and it was … Continue reading →

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VV, Ottawa

Professional. There are so many positive adjectives that could be used to describe Nilay Ertemur but her professionalism is what stands out and is what anyone in need of a realtor would need and appreciate. I highly recommend using her services.

2016-06-17T21:51:28+00:00

VV, Ottawa

Professional. There are so many positive adjectives that could be used to describe Nilay Ertemur but her professionalism is what stands out and is what anyone in need of a realtor would need and appreciate. I highly recommend using her services.

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Zeynep Ekim

It was a pleasure working with Nilay when we were looking for a place to rent in Ottawa. She is a very professional yet sensitive and caring agent. She was always available to answer all our questions and concerns. She is very knowledgeable, detail oriented and values her clients very much, and does not hesitate to spend extra time. She is very trust worthy and I would not hesitate one second in recommending Nilay to anyone who is looking for a great real estate agent.

2015-01-17T11:21:35+00:00

Zeynep Ekim

It was a pleasure working with Nilay when we were looking for a place to rent in Ottawa. She is a very professional yet sensitive and caring agent. She was always available to answer all our questions and concerns. She is very knowledgeable, detail oriented and values her clients very much, and does not hesitate to spend extra time. She is very trust worthy and I would not hesitate one … Continue reading →

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Gulay Kosem

Thanks to Ms. Nilay Ertemur shortly after arriving to Ottawa, I found a rental apartment as I wished. She works very professionally. She dedicates all her efforts to satisfy her clients. She was always available and helpful.

2015-01-17T11:21:16+00:00

Gulay Kosem

Thanks to Ms. Nilay Ertemur shortly after arriving to Ottawa, I found a rental apartment as I wished. She works very professionally. She dedicates all her efforts to satisfy her clients. She was always available and helpful.